ΛΙΤΡΑ, λιτρα
LITRA, litra
Sounds Like: LI-trah
Translations: pound, a pound, measure, a measure
From the root: ΛΙΤΡΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a unit of weight, specifically a Roman pound, which was equivalent to about 12 ounces or 327 grams. It was also used as a measure for liquids or ointments, often referring to a pound's worth of a substance. In ancient contexts, it could denote a significant quantity of valuable material, such as myrrh or gold.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G3046 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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